Description:
- Part-time (10 hours), ongoing position based in New Norfolk TAS, with additional hours to be negotiated with successful applicant
- $43.08 - 46.35 phr (SCHADS Level 4B) + Leave loading + Super + Salary packaging
Wellways is committed to reconciliation, lived experience and inclusivity. We strongly encourage and warmly welcome people from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities, people with a lived experience of mental health and disability and people who identify as LGBTIQA+ to apply. Even if you only meet some of the criteria, we'd love to hear from you.
About this Program
Consumer Directed Services (CDS) refers to services which are led by and funded by individual consumers. This includes services such as the National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) services, iCare, Insurances and brokers. These services provide support, care and access to services and technology for Australians with disabilities as well as their families and carers.
About the Opportunity
As the Supported Independent Living (SIL) Team Leader, you will be responsible for representing Wellways practice in the provision of leadership to the team acting as a positive role model at all times to ensure participants are supported to live a fulfilling and meaningful life in the community.
This position will be working across Wellways teams and with various external stakeholders which include the NDIA, other disability service providers, families, and health professionals within the circle of participants.
Key responsibilities include but are not limited to:
- Overseeing and managing daily operations of allocated SIL property and participant
- Ensuring high quality outcomes are achieved for the service
- Planning and completing service agreements and schedules of supports with participants
- Supporting NDIS participant plan reviews
- Rostering SIL shifts
- Recruiting, onboarding, supporting, mentoring, training and supervising SIL staff
You will also need:
- Minimum of Certificate III in Community Services or related and/or relevant experience
- Must have mental health experience
- Current valid Driver's License and the ability to undertake travel for the role
- Current Working with Children Check and NDIS Workers Screening Check
- Right to Work within Australia
- Satisfactory National Police Records Check (less than 12 months old)
- NDIS Worker Orientation Module Certificate
About Us
Wellways connects people, strengthens families, and transforms communities for individuals of all ages experiencing disabilities or challenges to their social and emotional wellbeing. A leading for purpose mental health and disability support organisation operating nationally, our services span mental health, disability and community care and reach more than 7000 people each year!
Working with a diverse range of people, Wellways creates an inclusive community where everyone can imagine and achieve their hopes and potential.
What we offer
- A purpose driven culture where people can thrive, everyone is respected, and differences are valued
- An equitable, diverse, and socially inclusive work environment
- Salary packaging up to $15,899 enables you to spend a portion of your salary before it is taxed to pay for things like rent, mortgage repayments, car leasing
- Meal and Entertainment allowance via salary packaging up to $2,650 per annum
- Paid parental leave after 12 months of ongoing employment
- Access for you and your family to our Employee Assistance Program
For a confidential discussion about the role, we encourage you to contact Steven Hull , on 03 5292 1696
Once you APPLY click here for a copy of the position description
Wellways is committed to the safeguarding of children and vulnerable people. Successful applicants must undergo a comprehensive screening process prior to their commencement.
If you'd like to know more about our reconciliation commitment, click here Reconciliation | Wellways